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Life-Minded: 8 Practices for Belonging to God and Each Other

The Christian church does not have a great track record of unity. Yet God has called us to belong to Him and to each other. Church is supposed to be a place for meaningful connection-a community that worships, prays, and participates together with the singular purpose of glorifying God. But sometimes that unity is fragile. As brothers and sisters in Christ, we want to love each other well, but problems inevitably creep in, causing divisions. The apostle Paul reminded the church to "make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace" (Ephesians 4:3). Life-Minded draws our attention to the reality of that text: it does take effort to stay unified with our spiritual family! Saying it like it is, but saying it with grace, Pastor Brady Boyd echoes Paul's words in a contemporary context with 8 practical challenges to put peaceable unity into action. Accept the challenges by yourself or with others in a group, and experience the harmony God intended for His eternal church.

Brady Boyd (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations

Differences of opinion have always been part of life. For decades, spouses, family members, co-workers, and neighbors have had spirited conversations about politics, social issues, religion, current events, and even sports. But what was different in the past is that these disagreements wouldn't sever ties between family and friends. Today, we live in an argument culture that has let to nearly a third of people reporting they have stopped talking to a friend or family member due to a disagreement and nearly two-thirds of people saying they stay quiet about their beliefs due to the fear of offending others. From cyberbullying to hate speech, workplace harassment, demonizing political language, verbal abuse, and intolerance, the vast majority of us―eighty-seven percent―no longer feel safe in public places to share our opinions. Sean McDowell and Tim Muehlhoff seek to end this stalemate. They believe Christians are called to be God's ambassadors, which necessarily entails the need to listen to those around us―especially people with diverse and different perspectives. In End the Stalemate, you will be able to revive the art of meaningful conversations by walking through: - How to create connection and emotional awareness that opens the door for a fair exchange of ideas and effective communication; - How to engage in perspective-taking, as illustrated in Scripture in a number of stories; - How to speak the truth in love, from a biblical understanding; - How to structure a conversation with those who hold diverse, and/or seemingly threatening, views; and - How to honor the words and perspective of those with whom we disagree. Yes, we live in cancel culture. But that doesn't mean that we as Christians need to conform to our world. Instead, we can be a beacon of sanity that promotes meaningful conversations around what matters most in this life―and the next.

Sean McDowell, Tim Mulehoff (Author), Chris Abell, Thomas A. Penny (Narrator)

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Rebranding The Church: Rediscovering The Greatest Story Ever Told To Connect with Modern Audiences

Why do Church leaders and Christian organizations struggle to connect with modern audiences? Where once the church was a cornerstone of local communities, today many people believe it is irrelevant or out of touch. And so, church leaders are now stuck between a warped public perception and the true message of the Gospel. If you care about the Christian message today, it is hard not to feel discouraged. But what if we look at this all wrong? What if the problem isn’t that people don’t care but that the messaging around the Gospel is confusing and unrelatable? If you want people to join your movement, you have to tell them a story they actually want to be in. Peder Tellefsdal has set out to help make the Gospel relevant again to modern audiences. His TEDx talk 'How to seek forgiveness when relationships are on the line” has 1.7 million views. In this book, you will learn: - The two “ditches” that modern Christian organizations fall into. - Best practices for effective communication that have stood the test of time. - How to clearly articulate the message of the Gospel in a way that engages modern audiences. - Why we need to reclaim the language of morality. - How to build a powerful personal brand that represents your organization. - Media coverage for church leaders: a step-by-step guide. - Why “grace” is Christianity’s greatest value proposition and how to leverage it—and much more. With the right messaging strategy, any church leader can grow their membership and re-engage existing members. In this book, you’ll learn how. Grab your copy today!

Peder Tellefsdal (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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The Mission of God and the Witness of the Church

A Canonical Journey to Explore the Mission of the Eternal God “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen. 1:1). This declarative phrase introduces fundamental questions circling the minds of skeptics and believers of Christianity alike. What was God’s mission when he chose to create? And why, through the Savior’s death on the cross and the witness of his church, does he continue to redeem the very creation that rebels against him? To answer these imperative questions, author Justin Schell takes readers on a canonical journey exploring the mission of the eternal God―Father, Son, and Spirit. Drawing insights from creation, the exodus of God’s people, the suffering servant, the Great Commission, and consummation, this book examines the purpose and beauty of God’s great story. It is out of an abundance of love that God brings us into union with him, calling his church to bear witness to all that has been done in Christ, until the day that he returns.

Dane C. Ortlund, Justin Schell (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining Our Schools

From the leader of the online army in America's parental rights movement comes the real story of how moms and dads across the country are turning the tide against radical activists in public schools. It's no secret that our government-run public education system has held generations of Americans hostage. The teachers unions-the government's stormtroopers-have been hard at work running a mass misinformation campaign to convince parents that because this is how it has always been, this is how it has to be. But here's what you may not realize: the parents are winning, and we have entered the death spiral of the education dictatorship. The school choice revolution is here, and moms and dads are successfully restoring parental rights in education, one state, one school district at a time. In The Parent Revolution, Dr. Corey A. DeAngelis-public enemy #1 of the teachers' unions - takes readers inside this movement like no one else can. As Vox reported in late 2023, DeAngelis has become "the public face" of the effort, "traveling from state to state, holding rallies, making media appearances, and tweeting constantly." Or as another education voice put it, "No one in education policy, advocacy, or activism has ever lived rent-free in more heads at once than Corey DeAngelis." As America's most prominent and influential advocate of school choice, DeAngelis unapologetically argues why parents and political leaders must lean into the culture war taking place in schools. He exposes the hypocritical elites who are content to hold other people's children captive to poorly run government schools while sending their own children to the best private and charter schools out there. And most importantly, he equips readers with the ability to make sure the potent forces of the educational industrial complex don't regain their footing.

Corey A. Deangelis (Author), Chris Abell, TBD (Narrator)

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Self Less: Lessons Learned from A Life Devoted to Servant Leadership, in Five Acts

With Self Less, Len Jessup shares an engaging first-person narrative detailing how his origins, beliefs, adversity, impact, and legacy shaped him into a selfless leader devoted to helping transform organizations. Beginning with childhood experiences and ancestral influences that imprinted a drive to serve others, Jessup recounts critical mentors and moments that built his confidence, reinforced core values, and motivated him toward continual growth. Through riveting stories, Jessup demonstrates how he overcame obstacles by remaining true to his purpose, listening before acting, finding possibility amid doubts, building robust teams, maintaining resilience, and staying patient but determined in the face of resistance. Rather than top-down authoritarian leadership, Jessup advocates for a more enlightened, inclusive approach he terms 'self less leadership'—acting with concern for others' needs and deferring personal credit. Jessup shares how this selfless mindset enabled breakthrough successes at universities he led. By transparently engaging stakeholders and promoting shared beliefs, he spearheaded major initiatives including curriculum innovations, facilities modernization, advanced degree programs, research growth, fundraising campaigns, and community partnerships. Throughout his journey, Jessup focused on maximizing positive impact on people through service. He offers lessons on lifelong learning, ethical governance, relationship building, and leaving a values-based legacy. Offering a unique blend of memoir and leadership guidance, Self Less provides an inspirational model for leading transformational change in any organization while staying grounded in humility. Jessup aims to motivate readers to reflect on using their fleeting time and influence to better serve others.

Len Jessup (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum Momentum

What do you remember from your high school physics class? If you think back, terms like energy, velocity, force, and momentum may come to mind. These concepts govern the natural world around us. Is it possible that they might be applied to the business world, too? This is the question Chip Higgins invites you to explore in The Bizzics Way: Powering Your Small Business to Maximum Momentum. Bizzics applies the laws of physics to business, providing a how-to guide for entrepreneurs that cuts through the corporate jargon and simplifies business best practices. Whether you’re just thinking of starting a business or already growing a small company of your own, this book can help you achieve the holy grail that every business seeks—momentum. Chip draws on his thirty-five-plus years of experience advising small business owners in the banking sector to detail the most relevant steps an entrepreneur must take to achieve lasting success. He draws on his own experience as a business and leadership coach, as well as case studies of real-world companies. From obtaining funding to hiring staff, this book covers the core components of the startup process, giving you the information that you need at every step of your entrepreneurial journey. With clarity and candor, Chip reveals how you can harness your entrepreneurial energy and share it with the world in a way that allows you—and those around you—to thrive.

Chip Higgins (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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Competitive Success: Building Winning Strategies with Corporate War Games

Don’t walk onto the business battlefield without the weapons and plan you need to win. In dynamic, fiercely competitive markets you must have confidence in your business strategy, especially when the future of your company is at stake. Rather than make untested, unilateral decisions, war game strategies with your leadership team in a safe workshop environment. In Competitive Success: Building Winning Strategies with Corporate War Games, Arjan Singh, a top competitive intelligence (CI) expert consultant, shows you how to build winning strategies step-by-step. Through engaging, interesting anecdotes gleaned by running over 200 war games for top Fortune 500 corporations, Singh demonstrates how war gaming helps these companies maintain competitive success. After reading this book, you’ll have a tested, actionable plan that you and your team will be eager to move forward on with confidence and unity. Author Arjan Singh has advised 68 of the Top 100 companies in the Fortune Global 500 list in building winning strategies. With over twenty-six years of experience, Singh is an expert in helping companies develop data-driven strategies through war games, strategic and competitive analysis, scenario planning and building business early warning systems that deliver significant impact. He is an Adjunct Professor of Marketing and Global Consulting at Southern Methodist University (SMU) COX School of Business and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with his wife and two children.

Arjan Singh (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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The Atonement: An Introduction

A Concise Introduction to the Doctrine of the Atonement The atonement is central to Christian theology and essential for following Jesus. In this addition to the Short Studies in Systematic Theology series, pastor Jeremy Treat explains what Scripture teaches about the atonement and how it impacts one's daily life. Treat demonstrates that the death of Christ is a multi-dimensional work within the story of the kingdom of God. While the accomplishments of the cross are unending (including forgiveness, victory, and renewal), the heart of the cross is substitution―Jesus dying on behalf of sinners. Christ's atoning work reconciles believers to God and to one another, calling them to a life of obedience. This book presents a kingdom-framed, substitution-centered, Trinitarian, integrated, communal, and life-changing approach to the doctrine of atonement. - Accessible: Designed to be short and approachable, this text is an ideal resource for college students, pastors, and laypeople - Practical: The depths of the gospel are applied to discipleship, community, and ethics - Part of the Short Studies in Systematic Theology Series: Other titles include Faithful Theology; The Attributes of God; and The Church

Jeremy Treat (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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Onwards and Upwards: Discover the Reality of Building Real Estate Success

As one of Canada’s most respected real-estate investors and owner of the The Real Estate Centre, a rapidly expanding Coldwell Banker brokerage in Ontario, Artenosi believes now is the time to reveal all of his secrets. Frustrated by the tedious fluff that’s passed off as priceless wisdom by today’s faux real-estate gurus, Artenosi has penned Onwards and Upwards, an uncommonly pragmatic guide for how real-estate agents and investors can generate serious long-term wealth. By candidly chronicling his own career journey—which saw Artenosi establish himself as one of top real estate sales reps in Canada, and then build a diverse portfolio of high-profile investment projects—Onwards & Upwards works to helps novice and mid-career professionals understand the vital importance of prudent risk-taking, a service-first mentality and creative financing strategies. Artenosi’s book, unlike so many others in the field, doesn’t wallow in the past or stay entrenched in the present; it looks forward to the future. It presents a complex and deeply compelling argument for understanding the critical role that the New Urbanism movement and sustainable redevelopment of urban areas will play in the years to come. The book demostrates that it’s possible to do well for oneself while doing even more for the communities and cities in which we live.

Dean Artenosi (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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The Magic of Empowerment: My Journey in Servant Leadership

**TAP INTO THE MAGIC OF EMPOWERMENT ** Empowerment can come from many outside influences — your friends, family, and business associates who believe in you and support your goals. But it can also come from within, when you dare to take risks, learn how to leverage your own personal creativity, continue persevering in the face of adversity, remain open to new and energizing challenges, and allow inspiration and motivation to recharge your spirit and make progress toward your goals. Veteran business leader J. Derrill Rice understands empowerment through and through — because he’s benefited from it his entire life. And he’s always made sure it benefited those around him as well. Now, in his new book, The Magic of Empowerment: My Journey in Servant Leadership, Rice explores how empowerment fueled his many achievements from growing up the child of a single mom to becoming the CEO of a number of successful manufacturing companies. From his transformation from high school nerd to captain of the football team, to rising from the ranks to be recognized as an outstanding business leader, Rice explores the many ways any of us can be empowered to reach our objectives, through personal and revealing anecdotes filled with humor, wisdom, and surprises. To Rice, empowerment truly is magical — and he should know since he began studying magic as a teenager. It’s a skill that has actually added to his professional empowerment, as he once dazzled Edsel Ford, the then-head of the Ford Motor Company, by making a car disappear right before his eyes. You’ll hear about that and more (like the time he turned a corporate presentation into his own version of The Tonight Show ) in The Magic of Empowerment. More importantly, you’ll discover how to unlock the secrets of empowerment in your own life to create meaningful progress in your personal and professional life.

J. Derrill Rice (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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Lethal Range

From the Real Book Spy, Ryan Steck, comes another riveting Matthew Redd thriller. On an island off the coast of Spain, Matthew Redd and his FBI fly team surveil a luxury villa in hopes of catching a high-value fugitive. But when Redd leads an unauthorized raid on the villa, he discovers they've been set up, and he is sent home to face the consequences of defying orders. Meanwhile, Redd's wife, Emily, is on a remote stretch of Montana road driving their sick baby to the doctor when she finds her SUV surrounded by a biker gang intent on harassing her. As the bikers pound her fenders and her infant son screams, Emily fights to keep the SUV on the road . . . and then suddenly the bikers back off, leaving her safe but shaken. Redd returns home, suspended from his team and certain that he is to blame for Emily's harassment after his run-in with the local biker gang the year before. Fearing that there is more to come, he prepares to defend his family. But Redd soon learns the gang is stronger in numbers than he could've imagined, and there is more behind their vendetta than he could've guessed. As his son's condition worsens and his beloved ranch faces financial ruin, he finds himself fighting a war on multiple fronts―one he can't win on his own.

Ryan Steck (Author), Chris Abell (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Chris Abell